What Is The Theme Of Watson In The Adventure Of The Final Problem By Jackley Jeatson

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As explained in “The Adventure of the Final problem” Watson’s departure from 221B Baker St., recent marriage, and return to general practice led to a distancing friendship. Although their lives were drifting apart,Watson did not oppose providing Holmes with companionship,regardless of the level of risk or time lapsed. His willingness to depart from his responsibilities depict his loyalty towards Holmes. Even after the extended period of sporadic visits, Watsons rarely declined an adventure alongside Holmes: “He still came to me from time to time when he desired a companion in his investigation, but these occasions grew more and more seldom, until I find that in the year 1890 there were only three cases of which I retain any record.” The scarce …show more content…

After the debriefing over Moriarty 's malevolent endeavors Watson still agreed to join Holmes on his trip. He did not hesitate joining his companion in his flee even after learning about the evil intentions of Moriarty. Watson’s loyalty is evident in the “Adventures of A Dying Detective”, as Holmes insults Watson’s medical competence. Watson endures the depreciative comment and resumes to help Holmes. Although Holmes challenged Watson’s professional intellect, Watson pushed his pride aside and persisted seeking aid for the betterment of Holmes. Watson never once had the intention in leaving Holmes’ side. "I must wait and hear his opinion, Holmes." Watson remains by Holmes’ side until sure his companion is receiving the attention he needs in order to get …show more content…

Watson’s persistence could have posed a threat to Holmes’ plan if Watson were to disobey Holmes’ orders. Instead of seeking Mr. Culverton Smith, Watson could have defied Holmes and retrieved a doctor. However, the multiple years interaction allowed Holmes to trust Watson wholeheartedly: “You won 't fail me. You never did fail me” Holmes’ elaborate plan depended on his trustee, Watson, following orders exactly. If Watson were to stray away, Holmes’ plan would have all been in vain. Holmes allowed Watson to linger in the room while holmes conversed with Mr.Smith only under Holmes’ condition: “whatever happens -- whatever happens, do you hear? Don 't speak! Don 't move! Just listen with all your ears.” Holmes permitted him to stay so Watson could see Holmes unravel his masterful plan. Holmes wanted Watson to see the was a purpose behind Holmes’

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